Meaning of the word parallelogram in English

What does parallelogram mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

parallelogram

US /ˌper.əˈlel.ə.ɡræm/
UK /ˌpær.əˈlel.ə.ɡræm/
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Noun

a four-sided plane rectilinear figure with opposite sides parallel

Example:
A square is a special type of parallelogram.
The area of a parallelogram is calculated by multiplying its base by its height.